12 nights · Oahu Island Hawaii · Departs Honolulu (USA) · Visiting Nuku Hiva Island, Rangiroa Atoll Tuamotus, Moorea Island, Tahaa Island, Raiatea Island, Papeete · Aboard Silversea Cruises on the Silver Whisper
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| Cruise line | Silversea Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Silver Whisper |
| Duration | 12 nights |
| Port calls | 7 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $9,500 per person |
| Year built | 2001 |
| Guests | 466 |
| Cabins | 194 |
| Crew | 295 |
| Length | 186 m |
| Beam | 24 m |
| Cruising speed | 21.0 kn |
Honolulu brings the Pacific to your doorstep, with Oahu’s volcanic ridges rising behind a busy harbor. From the cruise pier, historic downtown and Iolani Palace are close; Waikiki’s beaches and Diamond Head lie farther east. Set aside time for Pearl Harbor, where the USS Arizona Memorial gives the islands’ modern history unmistakable weight. Then explore Chinatown’s markets and restaurants, or take a scenic drive along Oahu’s southeastern coast.
Nuku Hiva, largest island in the Marquesas, pairs volcanic peaks with deep valleys. Cruise ships anchor in Taiohae Bay, where the main village faces a broad waterfront. Look for tiki and ceremonial platforms, then head inland for waterfalls, forested valleys, and Pacific views. A guided excursion to Hakaui Valley leads on a demanding walk to Vaipo Falls, one of Polynesia’s highest waterfalls.
In the Tuamotu Archipelago, Rangiroa is a vast coral atoll, its reef enclosing one of the Pacific’s largest lagoons. At Tiputa Pass, currents draw dolphins, rays and reef fish close to shore, while divers explore blue-water drop-offs. On land, quiet villages, black-pearl farms and coconut palms reveal a Polynesia shaped by the sea. Come for the lagoon’s scale, and discover a slower Polynesia, measured by tides, trade winds and open water.
Moorea’s jagged volcanic peaks rise above a lagoon so clear that the reef appears close enough to touch. A short ferry ride from Tahiti, this Society Islands destination offers a quieter, greener counterpoint to Papeete. Follow the coast past pineapple fields and small villages. Then climb to Belvedere Lookout for broad views of Cook’s and Opunohu bays. Swim, snorkel or take a lagoon cruise; Moorea rewards unhurried exploration as much as adventure.
Taha’a shares a remarkable lagoon with neighbouring Raiatea, yet keeps a distinctly rural pace. Visit family-run vanilla plantations and learn how the island’s prized beans are grown and cured. Beyond the shore, coral gardens and motu-fringed waters invite snorkelling, while pearl farms offer a glimpse of another local craft. For a gentler day, explore the village roads and pause for views across the lagoon to Raiatea.
Raiatea is French Polynesia’s sacred island, where history still shapes the landscape. At Taputapuātea, a UNESCO World Heritage site, stone marae overlook the lagoon and speak to the island’s spiritual importance. The lagoon draws sailors and snorkellers, while inland, Mount Temehani shelters the rare tiare apetahi, found nowhere else. Raiatea offers a quieter, more grounded view of the Society Islands, best explored slowly by boat or on foot.
Papeete is French Polynesia’s lively capital, set on Tahiti’s northwest coast beneath green volcanic peaks. Its waterfront, central market and shaded streets offer a vivid introduction to island life. Browse the Marché de Papeete for vanilla, pareos and tropical fruit, then pause over poisson cru, Tahiti’s lime-and-coconut-marinated fish. Beyond town, black-sand beaches and waterfalls await, while ferry links make Moorea an easy day trip. Papeete rewards a few hours on foot—and a longer look at Tahiti.
Published August 24, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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